Leo, Vijay's upcoming film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, is all set to hit screens on October 19. Ahead of the release, the fans were anticipating an audio launch where their matinee idol would tell one of his 'kutty stories' in his speech. However, Seven Screen Studio, the producers of Leo announced on Tuesday that they have decided to not conduct the film's audio launch. 

The makers said, "Considering overflowing pass requests and safety constraints, we have decided not to conduct the Leo Audio Launch. In respect of the fans' wishes, we will keep you engaged with frequent updates. P.S. As many would imagine, this is not due to political pressure or any other reasons."

This news came as a shocker for many, especially since there were speculations that the audio launch would be held at Chennai's Nehru Indoor Stadium on September 30. Team Leo deciding not to conduct the grand audio launch citing safety reasons comes close on the heels of the backlash AR Rahman received for his recent Marakkuma Nenjam concert. Many attendees of that concert alleged that they had suffered both physical and emotional trauma due to overcrowding and poor management at the concert venue.

While the makers have cancelled the audio launch, they have promised to engage the fans with frequent updates about the film. There has been no official announcement about an audio launch happening at a different venue on a different date. 

Leo, which marks Vijay's second collaboration with Lokesh, also stars Trisha, Arjun, Sanjay Dutt, Mysskin, Gautham Menon, and Priya Anand among others. It is also speculated that Leo might be part of the famed Lokesh Cinematic Universe, which comprises Karthi's Kaithi and Kamal Haasan's Vikram. 

With Anirudh Ravichander composing the music, Leo has cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa, and editing by Philomin Raj.